Abuko National Park - Quiz
  • 1. Where is Abuko National Park located?
A) In Senegal
B) In Mauritania
C) In the Gambia
D) In Guinea-Bissau
  • 2. What was Abuko National Park's significance when it was designated?
A) It was known for its marine life.
B) It was a UNESCO World Heritage site.
C) It was the largest park in Africa.
D) It was the country's first wildlife reserve.
  • 3. When did Abuko National Park receive initial protection?
A) In 1980
B) In 1967
C) In 1975
D) In 1916
  • 4. What action was taken in 1916 to protect Abuko National Park?
A) Tourist facilities were developed.
B) Tiger enclosures were built.
C) The Lamin Stream was fenced.
D) A wildlife sanctuary was established.
  • 5. Who visited Abuko National Park in 1967 and recognized its conservation importance?
A) David Attenborough
B) Richard Leakey
C) Jane Goodall
D) Eddie Brewer and his daughter Stella Marsden
  • 6. What department was established at Abuko National Park in 1968?
A) The Department of Environmental Protection
B) The Forest Conservation Agency
C) The Ministry of Tourism
D) The Gambia Department of Parks and Wildlife Management
  • 7. What type of forest landscape is found in Abuko National Park?
A) Rainforest
B) Coniferous forest
C) Deciduous forest
D) Savanna and gallery forest
  • 8. Which tree species can be typically found in Abuko National Park?
A) Eucalyptus, acacia, baobab and neem
B) Oil palm, mahogany, iroko and Anthocleista procera
C) Oak, pine, birch and maple
D) Cedar, fir, spruce and willow
  • 9. Which of the following is not a monkey species found in Abuko National Park?
A) Vervet monkeys
B) Patas monkeys
C) Red colobus monkeys
D) Chimpanzees
  • 10. Which large carnivore is kept in an enclosure at Abuko National Park?
A) Hyenas
B) Tigers
C) Lions
D) Leopards
  • 11. What type of crocodile can be found in Abuko National Park?
A) American alligators
B) Saltwater crocodiles
C) Gharial
D) Nile and dwarf crocodiles
  • 12. Which of the following birds is not recorded in Abuko National Park?
A) Ahanta francolins
B) West African pied hornbills
C) Penguins
D) Green turacos
  • 13. Why has Abuko National Park been designated an Important Bird Area (IBA)?
A) It is the only place where certain birds can be found.
B) It has the largest number of bird species in Africa.
C) It supports significant populations of various bird species.
D) It is a nesting ground for migratory birds.
  • 14. Which reptile listed is not found in Abuko National Park?
A) Monitor lizard
B) Green mamba
C) Spitting cobra
D) Komodo dragon
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